March 28, 2019

March 28, 2019 Vol. 19, No. 44

In This Issue DIRECTIONS

Directions, by Joe Slack, in real life is located in front of OnCue, at 15th and I-35, 4100 E. 15th Street, but this week is hidden somewhere in our paper. Email c o n te s t @ e d m o n d p a p e r. c o m with the correct location to be entered in the weekly drawing.

For more information, see page 4.

At Home in Edmond Spring 2019 Inserted today!

FRIDAY, MARCH 29

AM Clouds / PM Sun / Wind High 73° Low 43°

SATURDAY, MARCH 30 Partly cloudy / Wind High 56° Low 35°

SUNDAY, MARCH 31 Partly cloudy High 57° Low 37°

Oklahoma City’s Red Earth Art Center has partnered with Science Museum Oklahoma for its latest art exhibition entitled “She Persisted,” on view through May 28 on the second level Art Gallery of the science museum located in northeast Oklahoma City’s Adventure District.

Edmond and the metro are seeing more and more events and festivals during the spring as nicer weather is conducive for getting out and enjoying activities. Please see Page 8 for our regular feature weekend’s Calendar of Events. If you see an event or an activity you may be interested in, contact information is also listed to find out more.

In addition, Edmond is only about one month away from the 41st annual Downtown Edmond Arts Festival.

The work of dozens of artists will be on display and for sale. There will also be music and food vendors for the weekend event.

Don’t forget also the annual

Farmer’s Market returns April 20 at the Festival Market Place & Plaza in downtown. The event is every Saturday through Oct. 26.

Residents can get ready for the annual Arts Festival by experiencing the Red Earth exhibition. The group has invited six artists to exhibit their artwork in a show of diverse artistic styles. “She Persisted” features award winning female artists with artwork that runs the spectrum of artistic mediums from stained glass mosaics to leather sculptures, basketry to watercolor, and pottery to oil. Each artist has significant ties to Oklahoma, has participated in the annual Red Earth Festival, and has a story to tell through art.

Oklahoma City’s Red Earth Art Center is home to a small yet impressive permanent collection of over 1,000 pieces of contemporary art and historical artifacts. The collection includes artwork by some of the nation’s most acclaimed Native artists

– many with a backstory that features strong ties to their Oklahoma roots.

Among the artists is long time artist and instructor Carol Armstrong who resides in Norman where she teaches painting to a following of over 100 devoted students weekly. She is well respected for her bold and colorful portraits of Native American people and their regalia. Armstrong’s twin 24x48 oil paintings entitled “The Princess” and “The Prince” reveal a young couple in beautiful tribal regalia. Carol has three additional pieces in the show. She is the recipient of the 2016 Governor’s Art Award for Community Service.

The Red Earth Art Center exhibit, “She Persists,” continues through May 28 and is included with regular paid admission to Science Museum Oklahoma, 2020 Remington Place at NE 50th and Martin Luther King in Oklahoma City. Visit www.redearth.org or call (405) 427-5228 for additional information.

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Funeral services held for ex-community leader Kay Lynn Sturm, 78, died March 18, 2019, in Oklahoma City, Okla.

She was born Feb. 11, 1941, in Oklahoma City, Okla. to James D. and Margaret Ellen "Randy" (Randerson) Fellers. Kay Sturm She was a 1959 graduate of Harding High School and a1963 graduate of the University of Oklahoma. Kay Lynn managed the Edmond Racquet Club for several years and later the Edmond Historical Community Center.

Much of her time was devoted to volunteer work in Edmond and Oklahoma City. She was an avid reader and loved to play golf and tennis.

She also enjoyed bridge, mah-jongg, book club and Bible study. She was a proud and active 70-year member of Brownie Troop #5 (where eight survivors of the original 12 met annually in exotic places) and a 55-year member of Kappa Alpha Theta sorority.

Kay Lynn would light up a room everywhere she went. She was a

Obituary member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Edmond where her tremendous faith was a true inspiration to others.

Following previous marriages to Johnny Pellow and Fred Grieder, Kay Lynn married Ed Sturm in 1990. She is survived by her husband: Ed Sturm, her four children: John (and Sandi) Pellow of Tulsa, Joe Pellow of OKC, Jimmy Pellow of OKC and Jennifer (and Don) Ford of Branson, MO, her 3 step-children: Rusty (and Cindy) Sturm of Edmond, Marti (and Greg) Sawyer of OKC and Jimmy (and Marnie) Sturm of OKC, 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren, and her siblings: Dave (and Jan) Fellers of Kansas City and Lou Ann (and Jim) of Seattle.

Services were held Monday, March 25, 2019m at All Souls Episcopal Church, 6400 N. Penn, OKC. There was a reception in the Parish Hall following the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pellow Outreach in OKC or KLIFE Ministries in Branson, Mo.

Kiwanis Club sets April 26 benefit Edmond Kiwanis Club presents the eighth Annual Aiming for Miracles Sporting Clay Event.

This exciting event will take place Friday, April 26 at Silverleaf Shotgun Sports, 8513 South Douglas Boulevard, in Guthrie from noon to 5 p.m.

Proceeds from the event benefit the Children’s Hospital Foundation pediatric and endocrinology programs at Children’s Hospital of Oklahoma City.

Registration, which is $600 for a team of four and $150 for an individual, includes lunch, protective eye and ear wear, shotgun shells and a mandatory safety training session.

There will be a raffle and first, second and third place teams and individuals will receive awards.

For more information, contact Kiwanis members Al Warren, 405/6422771, or Bob Edwards, 405/255-4028. To register, go to www.chfKids.com or www.signmeup.com/128669.

The Edmond Kiwanis Club meets at noon Wednesdays in the ballroom of University of Central Oklahoma's International House, 930 East Second Street. The program includes a speaker and lunch is available.

Visitors are invited to the meetings.

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State Rep. Nicole Miller with Emory Gregory.

Edmond lawmaker lauds ‘Veteran of the Week’ State Rep. Nicole Miller, R-Edmond, honored Tech. Sgt. Emory Gregory as the “Veteran of the Week” at the Oklahoma State Capitol last week.

Gregory served in the U.S. Air National Guard for eight years, where he maintained fighter jets, including for a general, and had 55 troops under his command. Gregory has received a number of medals for his service, including the Korean Defense Medal, Cold War Victory Medal and the Ronald Reagan Cold War Era Medal.

“From our first conversation while I was on the campaign trail, I was able to see Sergeant Gregory’s true heart

for serving,” Miller said. “Not only did he go above and beyond while serving our nation, but he continues to play an active role serving in his church and community. District 82 is proud to be home to such a dedicated and thoughtful individual.”

Gregory lives in Edmond with his wife, Ellen. They have three children, nine grandchildren and 17 greatgrandchildren. Gregory attends Church of the Servant.

Rep. Nicole Miller, a Republican, serves District 82 in the Oklahoma House of Representatives, which includes parts of Edmond, Oklahoma City and Deer Creek.

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From the Publisher

Vital City of Edmond election Tuesday It is always amazing to me the low turn out numbers for voters in municipal elections. These are the elections that your vote counts the most. Unlike a presidential election, it is a one person one vote system. Issues and decisions of your local city council directly affect our lives the most. Yet, when it comes to a Ray Hibbard presidential year election, the turn out multiplies tenfold. I am always hopeful come city election time that the trend will reverse itself.

We have two council seats and the mayor seat here in Edmond come Tuesday, April 2. The city council seats are for particular wards, but the entire city gets to vote on them this time around.

The primary is to get two names out of their Ward but in this general, all registered voters in Edmond get a chance to choose. Both Ward 1 and Ward 2 drew an unusual number of candidates, but they are still straight forward. The race for mayor in Edmond will require more explanation.

Current council member for Ward 1, Victoria Caldwell, decided not to seek another term for the office. Ward 1 covers basically the core downtown portion of Edmond. It may be the smallest in land mass but is the densest in population. Of the two candidates running for this seat our overwhelming choice is David Chapman. He is the right person to carry on balanced and strategic growth for Edmond.

Chapman has been an Edmond resident for over 25 years. He is a local business owner and an associate professor of real estate at the University of Central Oklahoma. He has his BS from Oklahoma State University in Mechanical Engineering Technology and received a Master Certification from the University of Denver in 2009. He received his PhD from OSU in 2012.

Chapman founded Realty1, LLC which is a real estate firm that has several divisions including property management, real estate investment and commercial and residential construction. He also happens to be a pilot so you can bet he is plenty smart given his education achievements and business experience. Chapman also gives back to his community. We have served on several volunteer boards and organizations together. He cares about Edmond and has been active in doing good here in Edmond for over 25 years.

Some might want to tell you that it isn’t good to have a person that has been so involved in real estate as a city council member. I would call this a case of the guy putting his money where his mouth is and being a doer. He has been part of great solutions here in Edmond and will bring all that experience to be a member of our city council. You can also look at what an outstanding job Victoria Caldwell has done on the city council as proof that having a person with much real estate experience is a good thing.

Edmond needs a great replacement for Caldwell and Chapman is the one. Please, get out and vote to elect David Chapman to our Edmond city council.

The current city council member representing Ward 2 is Bob Turner. He was appointed by the current council after the appointment of Elizabeth

Waner to fill the seat created by the death of Mayor Charles Lamb. Josh Moore is one of the candidates running for this office and would be our pick. Moore has been a friend for many years but more importantly, he has been a contributing citizen in Edmond for many years.

This University of Central Oklahoma graduate and Edmond businesses owner builds custom homes and does small real estate projects here in Edmond. Elizabeth Waner represented Ward 2 residents and the whole of Edmond well while she was in that office. Ward 2 basically covers the entire eastern portion of Edmond and is the largest Ward in terms of land mass.

Community has been a part of Moore’s life from birth. His father was an Oklahoma preacher in Hooker, Okla. Moore told me once that the reason he volunteers so much in Edmond is because that is the way he was raised in western Oklahoma. If there is a need, you step up and help. Moore has been a bright spot in our community, and I don’t think there is an organization in town he has not volunteered to help. He is a worker, a doer and someone who cares about his neighbors. “Community is just one thing that will always make Edmond a special place to live and I don’t want that to change,” he said.

Moore has served on the Edmond Board of Appeals and Adjustments. He has volunteered for Youth Leadership Edmond, Edmond Beautiful, the UCO Foundation, Turning Point Ministries and the St. Jude Dream Home Project as a builder. He belongs to the Edmond Chamber of Commerce, Central Oklahoma Homebuilders Association, Edmond Turkey Trot, Francis Tuttle Carpentry Advisory Committee, Leadership Edmond Class XX, and the Citizen’s Government Academy. He was selected as the Edmond Neighborhood Alliance Sunniest Neighbor in 2012 and was awarded the Tayo Fichtl Young Professional Award in 2010.

The experience he has working with organizations and being involved in his community is overwhelming which is what makes him the clear choice to Ward 2 Edmond City Council. I hope you turn out and vote for this amazing young man.

I’ve been asked many times over the last two months, “So what is the deal with the mayor in Edmond.” Most times the question was asked by folks who live here. Edmond Mayor Charles Lamb

filed for re-election along with two other candidates late last year. Shortly after the filing and past the point of being able to remove names from the ballot, Lamb tragically passed away. His name stayed on the ballot in the primary last February and was advanced along with candidate and former mayor Dan O’Neil to the general election taking place Tuesday April 2. As it turns out, there is really no mechanism to remove a name from our city ballot once it has been filed but that is a discussion for another day.

Should Lamb receive most of the votes on Tuesday’s election the new city council elected will make an appointment for mayor. We don’t know for sure who the Ward 1 and Ward 2 city council members will be, but the new council will make the appointment after the May 6 swearing in ceremony according to Edmond City Attorney Steve Murdock. If they appoint one of the current city council members to be mayor, then they will need to make a second appointment to the city council.

Some have said that the way to “honor” Lamb’s memory is to cast your vote for him this Tuesday. I would have to disagree. You can certainly honor and have appreciated Lamb’s service in many other ways not the least of which would be to donate in his name to a local charity. A vote for Lamb will mean you are giving proxy to the new Edmond city council to select the next mayor and possibly to appoint a new city council member. You also won’t know who two of the folks on the council will be that are getting your proxy. Others will tell you that it is going to be one of the current city council members appointed to mayor since they were elected to serve. The truth is we can’t really know for sure.

I just don’t believe that Edmond voters will turn over their vote to the unknown. We have too many type A personalities for that to happen in my opinion. I am one of them. Electing Dan O’Neil will not kill all growth for the next two years for Edmond as some would have you believe. O’Neil has been by our office frequently in recent months to talk about just that issue. I do believe he is in favor of growth but measured growth and honestly, I must agree with that. Electing Josh Moore and David Chapman will ensure we have a majority pro-growth city council for Edmond, but O’Neil and his watchdog group will help us take notice and pump the breaks from time to time. It is about balance folks.

O’Neil is not running against anyone. He is running for being mayor of Edmond. He has stayed involved in Edmond after serving a two-year term from 2007 to 2009 as Edmond Mayor. Do he and I always agree? We do not but that is not the measuring stick for what makes someone a good elected official. Some would argue that not agreeing with me on issues is a plus. It is important to have an open dialog between citizens and our elected officials. I believe we will have that with O’Neil. He and I are proof of it over the years.

You the voter will need to decide. You certainly have your right to give your proxy to the newly elected city council and we respect that. After all is said and done, the next step will be to decide how this situation can be handled better in the future.

(Ray Hibbard may be reached by e-mail at ray@edmondpaper.com)

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March Madness ............................................................................Page 7.

Weekend Calendar of Events........................................................Page 8.

Columnist reflects on metro traffic jam ....................................Page 10.

Youth earns Eagle Rank ..............................................................Page 14.

George Gust reviews Netflix action film......................................Page 15.

Crossword ..................................................................................Page 15.

Cohlmia family in the news ........................................................Page 16.

Business news ............................................................................Page 21.

Worship directory ......................................................................Page 23.

See if you can find ‘Directions’ “Directions,” in real life is located in front of OnCue, at 15th and I-35, 4100 E 15th Street, but this week is hidden somewhere in our paper. E-mail contest@edmondpaper.com with the correct location to be entered in the weekly drawing.

Local artist Joe Slack created the sculpture to draw the public in. “I just want to engage,” said Slack, “And for it to be part of the landscape.” At it’s tallest point of 17 feet ‘Directions' is the largest sculpture Slack has ever attempted. It features three huge faces with a rust patina. Located along I-35 it is certain to draw travelers in to engage with just one of the pieces of public art Edmond is known for.

For more information on Edmond public art please visit http://visitedmondok.com/public-art.php

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Historical group will have annual awards dinner on April 12 The Edmond Historical Society and Museum presents the Heritage Awards Dinner and Fundraiser on April 12, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Venue 102, the Old Farmers Grain building.

The Heritage Awards honor individuals and organizations for their commitment to the museum and Edmond’s history. Awardees are: Historic Preservation: Dr. Brad Fielding for Parkside Hospital/Parkside Optical; Stephen Russell, Brad Mullenix, Matt Jones, Bryce Thompson, and Doug Wood for the Hunt House/The Patriarch; Craig Brudzinski for Historic Homes Renovations.

Historic Arts: Cinda Covel of the City of Edmond and Parks and Recreation for Edmond Visual Arts Tours; Edmond Fourth of July Festival/LibertyFest; David Farris for his Historic Journalism and Literature.

Community Service: Edmond HOPE Center; Edmond Mobile Meals; Breakfast on Boulevard – First Christian Church.

Roll of Honor: Pete Reeser for donating the Rodkey House to the City of Edmond; Hal French of The French Family Charitable Foundation and Richard Sias of the Ad Astra Foundation for their long term support of the museum and its mission.

History and music enthusiasts are encouraged to take advantage of the Heritage Awards, which offers a casual atmosphere and entertainment by the award-winning, high-energy Americana performers, Kyle Dillingham and Horseshoe Road, with Peter Markes and Brent Saulsbury.

The event will included heavy hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine, plus the opportunity to participate in a wine pull. Ticket cost is $50. A portion of the cost of tickets is a tax deductible contribution to the museum.

Museum Information: Edmond Historical Society & Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Friday and 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturdays.

To purchase event tickets, visit the museum website at www.edmondhistory.org or call 405340-0078.

Hundreds see Edmond group honored for work The Masonic Charitable Foundation of Oklahoman, based in Edmond, earned Department of Rehabilitation Services’ (DRS) Community Leader of the Year Award on March 12 from the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services.

DRS Commissioner April Danahy presented the award to Mike Dixon, current grand master for the Masonic Fraternity of Oklahoma, during DRS’ People with Disabilities Awareness Day at the state Capitol.

More than 830 people attended the event.

The Masonic Charity Foundation of Oklahoma provided a generous grant to purchase 776 hearing aids through the statewide Senior Citizens Hearing Aid Program operated by DRS’ School for the Deaf.

“OSD is normally able to serve only 150 lower-income senior citizens every year with the amount of funding the program receives,” Danahy said. “Some seniors had been on waiting lists since 2016 and expected to wait another three years without help from the Masonic Charity Foundation.”

To qualify for this program, residents must be 60 years of age or older, with limited income and a 35-decibel hearing loss in their bet-

ter ear. The program pays for an audiology exam, ear mold impression, hearing aid fitting and one non-digital hearing aid per person.

Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions affecting older adults. One out of three people between the ages of 65 and 74 have some degree of hearing loss, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders. The number increases to almost 50 percent for those over 75. However, less than 25 percent of people who need hearing aids actually get them.

DRS Commissioner April Danahy presented DRS’ 2018 Community Leader of the Year Award to Mike Dixon, current grand master for the Masonic Fraternity of Oklahoma. Dixon accepted the award during DRS’ 24th People with Disabilities Awareness Day at the state Capitol, which was attended by more than 830 people.

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Home & Garden Show

Engagement, Wedding notices Do you have a wedding or engagement notice? If so, please contact us at Edmond Life & Leisure, either by phone, 340-3311 or e-mail, news@edmondpaper.com. We will then send or fax you an engagement or wedding form.The cost is $35, which includes a photograph.

More than 300 vendors were at the Bennett Event Center at State Fair Park for last weekend’s OKC Home + Outdoor Living Show. Becky Cavnar, a spokesperson for the show said several Edmond companies were among those on hand for the three-day event.

Payment is due upon submission by noon Thursday.

MELINDA INFANTE

City offering classes on water conservation As part of our efforts to ensure a healthy supply of water for the future, the City of Edmond Water Resources Department has partnered with the Oklahoma State University (OSU) Cooperative Extension Service to develop educational outreach to our residents promoting outdoor water conservation.

Beginning in April, a series of FREE classes on various outdoor water conservation topics will be available to Edmond water customers. These classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Downtown Community Center (28 E. Main) in room 207.

Rainwater harvesting: Tuesday, April 16 at 10 am Rainwater can be collected and stored for watering plants in the garden. This class will cover how to properly size and install a rain barrel to collect water from your roof. We will also discuss how to increase the storage capacity of an existing system.

Drought resistant plants for Oklahoma: Thursday, May 16 at 3 pm Drought resistant does not mean desert landscape! Oklahoma native and well-adapted plants that require minimal or no supplemental watering will be discussed. Come see some of the beautiful, drought resistant plants that thrive in Oklahoma.

Turfgrass maintenance and irrigation: Thursday, June 13 at 12 pm When should you fertilize? How much water does your turfgrass need? How long should you cut your grass? These questions and more will be answered.

Smart Irrigation Month – Home irrigation checkup: Tuesday, July 9 at 10 am Smart Irrigation Month is an initia-

tive to promote outdoor water use efficiency during peak summer demand. Outdoor water use makes up about 30 percent of overall water use in the United States, and up to 50 percent of this water is wasted. During this workshop you will learn how to complete a simple home irrigation checkup to ensure your system is functioning efficiently.

Smart Irrigation Month – Smart irrigation technology: Thursday, July 18 at 3 pm Smart irrigation technology can help homeowners to apply the right amount of water to their landscape and maximize system efficiency. The workshop will discuss smart irrigation controllers, soil moisture sensors, rain/freeze sensors, and pressure reducing spray heads.

Dealing with difficult shady areas: Thursday, Aug. 15 at 10 am Shady areas can make it difficult to grow a healthy lawn, but there are many ways to find success in the shade. Common problems and solutions will be addressed, as well as alternatives to traditional turfgrass.

Composting: Tuesday, September 17 at 3 pm Compost is a natural, dark brown, humus-rich material formed from the decomposition or breakdown of organic materials such as leaves, grass clippings, and vegetable food scraps.

Composting reduces the flow of material to the landfill and provides an excellent source of nutrients for your garden. Procedures for composting will be discussed, along with options for establishing a compost container, bin, or pile.

If you have any questions about any of these classes, please contact Jennifer Boaz at 405-359-7775 or Jennifer.boaz@edmondok.com.

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Edmond Police help Deliver Mobile Meals

Susie Herwig receives a fresh, hot lunch from Sgt. Jon Cramer. Over spring break last week, the Edmond Police Department joined with other community leaders to deliver meals at the homes of some of Edmond’s seniors.

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Carpenter Sq. show Just in time for tax season, Carpenter Square Theatre presents “Death Tax” March 29-April 20.

Lucas Hnath’s darkly comic tale about death and taxes and how we live with both will be presented at the theater, located at 800 W. Main in downtown Oklahoma City.

It's December. Maxine is a well-to-do elderly woman in poor health who may or may not have dementia. Confined to her bed in a nursing home, Maxine believes her daughter is paying her caregiver Tina to gently nudge her into the grave before the New Year begins. She thinks she's doing this so her daughter doesn't have to pay the hefty new estate taxes that will take effect on Jan 1. Nurse Tina denies it, but when Maxine offers her a portion of her sizable estate on the condition that she lives until the 1st, Tina has a big decision to make. A plan is hatched, but of course, the plan doesn't go according to plan.

Specific performance dates and times over four weeks are: 8 p.m.

March 29-30 and April 56, 7:30 p.m. April 11, 8 p.m. April 12-13, 2 p.m.

Sunday, April 14, and it continues at 7:30 p.m.

April 18, and 8 p.m.

April 19-20. The play is rated PG-13 for strong language.

Regular adult tickets are $25 with $20 tickets available for seniors aged 62 or more, military, and groups of ten or more.

Educator tickets are $10 and students are only $5. For tickets, call 405232-6500 or email csttix@coxinet.net. Visit www.carpentersquare.co m for more information.

Patricia Pulley answers the door to receive her meal from Sgt. Jon Cramer.

Cristi Twenter, director of Edmond Mobile Meals said that others helping last week included Congresswoman Horn, City Council members and KFOR weather personality Emily Sutton.

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Artist at Newcomers Club meeting Mark the date- April 3 - for Danny Gordon, artist extraordinaire who will present an educational for Newcomers Club at the First Christian Church located at 201 East Second Street at 10:15 am.

He has won numerous awards in canine and animal art. Gordon has participated in many residencies, mostly elementary schools. He also conducts “paint your pet” parties at his Comical Canine studio in Bethany, Oklahoma. Photography is the foun-

dation of his practice but his pieces are equal parts sculpture and collage.

As described by The New York Times, “Gordon’s work Involves creating figurative tableaus from cut paper and cut-out images that he then photographs.” Danny Gordon’s two great passions are creating art and teaching art to children!

Bring your sketch pad and be ready to create. All visitors are welcome.

For more information call Mary Weber at 405-562-3765.

Honored teens C-SPAN announced that students at Edmond Memorial High School in Edmond, Oklahoma are winners in C-SPAN's national 2019 StudentCam competition.

Hope Suttles, Alyvea Sloan and Grace Fox will receive $250 as honorable mention winners for their documentary, "Has America Changed?

Obergefell v. Hodges."

Ford Burgess and Kaylynn Warren will receive $250 as honorable mention winners for their documentary, "Guns and America."

Thursday March 28 ---- In the Gallery ---- Exhibit: Seals of Isaiah and King Hezekiah Discovered ---- Jazz Ensemble Concert ---- Brown Bag Lunch Series: The Last Big Animals of the Great Plains ---- India Shrine Circus Friday March 29 ---- In the Gallery ---- Exhibit: Seals of Isaiah and King Hezekiah Discovered ---- Solo Shipley ---- Kaleidoscope Dance Company Spring Concert ---- Oklahoma/Kansas Border Bash Rodeo ---- India Shrine Circus ---- Oklahoma City Train Show ---- Vintage Market Days Saturday March 30 ---- In the Gallery ---- Exhibit: Seals of Isaiah and King Hezekiah Discovered ---- Kaleidoscope Dance Company Spring Concert ---- Art in Public Places Tour ---- Plein Air Art Workshop ---- Prairie 46-Tap Takeover ---- Oklahoma/Kansas Border Bash Rodeo ---- KOMA All Class Reunion ---- Oakville ---- Bison Film Fest: The White Buffalo (1977) ---- India Shrine Circus ---- Oklahoma City Train Show ---- Vintage Market Days Sunday March 31 ---- In the Gallery ---- Exhibit: Seals of Isaiah and King Hezekiah Discovered ---- Kaleidoscope Dance Company Spring Concert ---- Oklahoma/Kansas Border Bash Rodeo ---- Special Exhibition Tours ---- India Shrine Circus ---- Oklahoma City Train Show ---- Vintage Market Days Extra Information on Weekend Happenings In the Gallery Location: Edmond Fine Arts Institute Extra Info: Featuring works by Zonly Looman, for information go to: http://www.edmondfinearts.com/ Exhibit: Seals of Isaiah and King Hezekiah Discovered Location: Armstrong Auditorium Extra Info: Free Admission; an archaeological exhibition that will enable visitors to discover the history of ancient Judah’s most famous kingprophet pairing—a story which illuminates how Jerusalem escaped annihilation at the hands of King Sennacherib’s Assyrian army at the end of the 8th century B.C. For more information visit armstrongauditorium.org.

Solo Shipley Location: Skinny Slim’s Extra Info: 9 p.m. – 12 a.m., for more information visit them on Facebook.

Kaleidoscope Dance Company Spring Concert Location: UCO – Mitchell Hall Theater Extra Info: 7:30 p.m., for more infor-

mation visit them on Facebook.

Oklahoma/Kansas Border Bash Rodeo Location: Lazy E Arena, Guthrie, OK Extra Info: For more information visit lazye.com Jazz Ensemble Concert Location: UCO – Jazz Lab Extra Info: 7 p.m., for more info visit; ucojazzlab.com Art in Public Places Tour Location: MAC in Mitch Park Extra Info: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., $10, tour is both driving and walking. For more information visit edmondparks.com Plein Air Art Workshop Location: Edmond Fine Arts Institute Extra Info: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., $77, for more information visit them on Facebook Prairie 46-Tap Takeover Location: The Patriarch Craft Beer House Extra Info: 12 p.m. – 12 a.m., for more information visit them on Facebook KOMA All Class Reunion Location: Showplace Theatre, Riverwind Casino Extra Info: 7 p.m. for more information visit riverwind.com Oakville Location: River Lounge, Riverwind Casino Extra Info: 9 p.m., for more information go to riverwind.com Brown Bag Lunch Series: The Last Big Animals of the Great Plains Location: National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum Extra Info: 12 – 1 p.m., for more information visit nationalcowboymuseum.org Bison Film Fest: The White Buffalo (1977) Location: National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum Extra Info: 2 – 4 p.m., for more information visit nationalcowboymuseum.org India Shrine Circus Location: Oklahoma State Fairgrounds Jim Norick Arena Extra Info: Thur & Fri: 7:30 p.m., Sat: 10 a.m.| 2 p.m.| 7:30 p.m., Sun: 2 p.m. | 7 p.m., Adults $15, Children $8. For more information visit indiashrinecircus.org Oklahoma City Train Show Location: Oklahoma State Fair Park Extra Info: Sat: 9 a.m. ---- 5 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. ---- 4 p.m., $12, Children 12 and under free. For more information visit oklahomarailwaymuseum.org Vintage Market Days Location: Oklahoma State Fair Park Extra Info: for event hours and admission visit vintagemarketdays.com Special Exhibition Tours Location: National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum Extra Info: 1 – 2 p.m., 45-minute tours of the spring exhibitions, nationalcowboymuseum.org

Parents Helping Parents group to meet The Edmond Chapter of Parents Helping Parents will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 2nd at McLaren's Pantry, 3414 South Boulevard (SE corner of 33rd and Boulevard).

The restaurant is closed to the public during the meeting. Our speaker is Derek Talkington, LPC, LADC, Topic:

Addiction: Real Causes and Real Cures.

Parents Helping Parents provides support and resources for parents of addicted children (any age child).

This is an anonymous meeting and no cost or reservations required. For more information please call 405642-8198.

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Congratulations to the high school state Chess Championship team from Edmond North.

Making up the team are James Duerson, Jennifer Huang, Kaylee Gandhi, Paden Little and Simon Hart. Not pictured are Jim Huang, Tate Kelly, and Dwight Scott.

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Edmond students fare well at chess championship tourney Edmond students won big at the 2019 Oklahoma Scholastic State Championship Tournament, held earlier this month at Carl Albert High School in Midwest City.

In the high school division, eight Edmond North students won the team award High School State Chess Championship. Freshman Jennifer Huang won a second place individual trophy in this division.

Her teammate Kaylee Gandhi, also a freshman, took home the third place trophy. Rounding out the team were juniors James Duerson, Jim Huang, and Dwight Scott, and freshmen Simon Hart, Tate Kelly, and Paden Little.

In the middle school division, eighth grader Naren Pullela of Cimarron Middle School and fourth grader

Kelvin Xie of Washington Irving Elementary tied for the Championship, with Pullela taking the trophy on tiebreaks. Preston Koloen, a sixth grader at Cheyenne Middle School, finished third in this category.

Pullela was also chosen to represent Oklahoma in the 2019 Barber Tournament of K-Eighth Champions, to be held in Orlando, Fla. in August.

A special award was given for Most Improved Player in the Premier section, the division for Oklahoma's highest-rated scholastic players. The winner was Heartland Middle School sixth grader Maxwell Xie. The Knights of the Square Table, an Edmond chess team with players from Edmond and around the metro area, won the Club State Championship in the elementary division.

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Middle School State Co-Champion, Kelvin Xie, of Washington Irving Elementary honored by Chris Amburgy, President of Oklahoma Scholastic Chess Organization.

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Chris Amburgy, President of Oklahoma Scholastic Chess Organization honors middle school co-champion Naren Pullela of Cimarron Middle School.

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Commentary ... We’re on YOUR Side

Traffic jam not the worst thing You ever notice people who experience traffic jams comment on them later like they had survived an expedition to the South Pole?

"You wouldn't Steve Gust have believed how long I was stuck in traffic," they will lament.

Last weekend I was one of those people. It was odd because Saturday morning is usually the best time of week to get around in the metro. You only wish that the traffic could be that light the rest of the week.

Spoiler alert. It isn't.

Anyway on Saturday morning I got on Interstate 44 heading east. Right after May Avenue the traffic bogged down big time.

Everyone went from 60 mph to a parking lot.

That's not completely unusual during the week, but after a bit the traffic will inch along. No such luck with this particular incident.

I got out my newspaper and started to read. After a bit the

traffic inched along and do mean inched along. What was a bit alarming were the cars that decided to try to get out of the traffic jam by going on the road’s shoulder. Eventually the shoulder backed up with traffic as well. That is not a good development. I started to get a bit claustrophobic with wall to wall cars surrounding me. And remember this was Saturday morning when it's suppose to be "clean and green," driving.

I finally got off on Pennsylvania and went up to 63rd to go east to the Broadway Extension.

I came up to Edmond and after an hour or two went back the same way. Going east the traffic was still one-lane on I-44. A FedEx truck had jackknifed.

Another semi-truck appeared to be involved as well. I found out later that three passenger cars were also caught in this traffic mess. Early in the morning it had rained I suspect one or more drivers hadn't handled the wet roads well.

What's amazing to me is I'm pretty sure most people in this mess probably just thought of how their lives had been incon-

venienced by the accident. That was probably my initial reaction.

But later I started to think about the wreck itself. I should have been hoping and praying none of the people involved in it were hurt. And at the same time I hoped the FedEx driver wasn't at fault.

For all I know the guy has three children and probably can't afford to lose his job. Then there are the emergency first responders who work these things. It's got to be dangerous to find yourself on a highway with cars buzzing everywhere.

I give a tip of my hat to them.

And I also wondered one other thing. I had started out on this trip earlier and went back home because I had forgotten something. It delayed me by 10 minutes or so. Maybe if I hadn't gone home I might have been in the accident myself. Maybe not, but you can never tell.

Yes I was delayed that morning, but I did arrive safe and sound and that's always a good reason to give thanks.

(Steve Gust may be reached at news@edmondpaper.com)

Electoral College works

By The Oklahoman Editorial Board At a town hall in Mississippi last week, Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren joined the ranks of those in her party who want to see the Electoral College abolished. Her reasoning left a little to be desired, however.

In remarks at Jackson State University, Warren said the change is needed to ensure that “every vote matters,” and said that because of the Electoral College system, states like Mississippi and others are de-emphasized because they aren’t key swing states like Pennsylvania or Ohio.

On the contrary, it’s the Electoral College that makes smaller states like Mississippi and Oklahoma relevant.

If the system were done away with, smaller states would generate

even less interest from presidential candidates because they would spend most of their time in the country’s population centers.

The Electoral College makes the presidential election a process of 50 statewide elections, which means candidates must appeal to the diverse interests of residents in many states.

States’ electoral votes are already weighted based on population.

Under a pure popular vote system, those scales would be tilted even more toward highdensity (and generally blue) states.

Warren and others likely wouldn’t be concerning themselves with the Electoral College if Donald Trump hadn’t become president despite winning about 3 million fewer votes than Hillary Clinton. Three states — California, New York and Illinois — combined to provide onefifth of Clinton’s vote total.

Two of the past three Republican presidents have won the office despite losing the popular vote, which agitates Democrats. Yet as Jonah Goldberg wrote last year, Democrats for years liked to tout their Electoral College advantage – the “blue wall” of 18 states “where Democrats consistently won from 1992 to 2012, adding up to 242 of the 270 electoral votes needed to win.”

Due in part to Clinton’s overconfidence in the region, Trump punctured that wall in 2016 and is president because of it.

Following Trump’s election, George Will argued that the Electoral College “shapes the character of majorities by helping to generate those that are neither geographically nor ideologically narrow, and that depict, more than the popular vote does, national decisiveness.”

The Oklahoma County jail must do better

By The Oklahoman Editorial Board From inmate deaths to plumbing leaks to unsecure locks on cell doors to inmate-on-inmate violence, it seems that if something can go wrong inside the Oklahoma County jail, it will.

The latest example is distressing — a man held for nearly eight months without an initial court appearance. As The Oklahoman’s Nolan Clay reported, 49year-old Charles Lemons wasn’t arraigned within a few days of his arrest in July 2018 for probation violations, then wound up spending the next several months in limbo. This infringes on his constitutional rights, of course, but also costs taxpayers because they foot the bill.

Lemons says he mentioned his plight more than once to jail officers, to no avail. He finally was arraigned by video March 1, not long after telling a court psychiatrist during a visit that he hadn’t yet

All this takes money. It’s incumbent on the sheriff and the county budget board to ensure the millions funneled to the jail each year are used as wisely as possible. been to court. Lemons was released in a deal between the district attorney’s office and the public defender’s office.

A subsequent inmate check ordered by the county’s presiding judge found there were no other inmates who hadn’t yet had their initial court hearing. But this debacle underscored a few points for Public Defender Bob Ravitz, whose office conducted the review.

First is that the jail needs a computerized system

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“that’s not a dinosaur,” Ravitz said. “The system is over 20 years old, and it’s showing people who have been released from jail as still being in the jail.”

That sentiment is shared by others including Court Clerk Rick Warren, who said an automated tracking system is a must. Until that happens, he said, “we run the risk of repeating this problem again and again."

Ravitz would like to see a system that highlights, every day, which inmates haven’t been brought before a judge within a certain amount of time, to help keep anyone else from going through what Lemons endured.

Ravitz also noted that the system in use today could show someone who has been released from the jail as still being held. Thus, that former inmate’s open cell isn’t assigned when someone new is brought in. This results in too many people being placed in some cells.

“We’ve gotten the population down to about 1,685 from 2,300, but there’s still a real problem with why we’re triple celling,” Ravitz said.

Aside from these significant IT issues, the public defender believes staffing at the jail must improve.

“It’s hard when you have one deputy (overseeing several inmates),” he said. “A deputy’s job is to watch the prisoners … they can’t take a list around and figure out ‘I haven’t seen a judge,’ or ‘I have a private lawyer who died,’ …”

All this takes money. It’s incumbent on the sheriff and the county budget board to ensure the millions funneled to the jail each year are used as wisely as possible. Warren said it well: “We have to do better.”

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Entertainment is always a big part of the street party in downtown Edmond, known as Heard on Hurd.

Citizens Bank reports biggest street gala yet Earlier this month, Citizens Bank of Edmond’s Heard on Hurd kicked off their 6th season of their local block party with an outstanding turnout for one of the largest events to date. Over 32 food truck vendors were present serving attendees in addition to 12 retail vendors offering shopping options for patrons.

“The energy and vibe of downtown Edmond is incredibly positive, and we’re humbled by the support of the community,” said President and CEO Jill Castilla. “I’m always amazed at how it all comes together to make this little bank party happen; everything from the talented Jabee gracing our opening night stage to all of the dedicated city of Edmond employees who help with the event. Kudos to all and thanks for an awesome opening event!”

Street performers Cali Sickler and the McTeggart Irish Dancers of Oklahoma entertained the large crowds at the intersection of Main and Broadway.

The OU Medical Center of Edmond educated festival goers about colon health in honor of Colon Cancer Awareness month with their in-

flatable Megacolon.

The Edmond and Oklahoma City Chapter of Ambucs paired up for the event to bring out their AmTrykes, designed for kids and adults with mobility issues.

The Ambucs chapters were able to donate two bikes to deserving families at the event.

Three talented artists took over the Heard on Hurd stage including Zunis, BC & The Big Rigs, and hip hop rapper Jabee.

The Hope Center of Edmond promoted their new donation drive for canned food and personal hygiene items, called “Case the Joint”. Donations can be dropped off in the Citizens Bank of Edmond Community Lobby or directly at the Hope Center located in Edmond at 1251 N. Broadway Suite A. Heard on Hurd will return to the corner of Broadway and Hurd on April 20th. The musical lineup will include S.E.A.R.C.H. Committee, Levi Parham, and KALO. Vendors for the April festival are still being finalized.

To find out more about the event, visit the Heard on Hurd Facebook page: www.facebook.com/heardonhurd

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Dr. Harold Burkhart, left, is part of a cutting edge treatment on treating babies born with heart defects. Also in the photograph Dr. Jess L. Thompson.

Pediatric surgeon leading advances for babies born with heart defects side research project.”

For its surgeons’ expertise in treatBabies in the trial receive the ing babies born with hypoplastic left injection of umbilical cord blood heart syndrome, OU Medicine has cells during the second of their earned membership in the national three surgeries. Each surgery takes HLHS Consortium. an important step in stabilizing The achievement was led by OU the baby’s heart. The first surgery, Medicine pediatric cardiothoracic called the Norwood, is conducted surgeon Harold Burkhart, M.D., who within the first few weeks of life is leading a clinical trial studying a in order to keep the baby alive. promising new treatment for babies Burkhart reconstructs the aortic born with the heart defect. OU arch, inserts a shunt to deliver Medicine’s success with the treatblood to the lungs, then ensures ment led to membership in the conthe atrial septum is wide open. sortium – a network of institutions This allows the right ventricle to across the United States that specialpump blood to the lungs and to ize in treating HLHS. the rest of the body.

“We are excited about joining the The second surgery, the Glenn, HLHS Consortium because it estabDr. Harold Burkhart is performed when the baby is 4 lishes OU Medicine as a site where families can receive the latest research-based treat- to 6 months old. In this procedure, Burkhart sews the superior vena cava directly to the right pulment for their children who are born with HLHS,” monary artery. This allows the blue blood to go diBurkhart said. “We will serve as a regional center rectly to the lungs to become oxygenated, instead for families to receive care closer to home.” of both blue and pink blood mixing in the single Babies with hypoplastic left heart syndrome are usually diagnosed in utero. In HLHS, the left ventri- pumping chamber. While the heart is beating, Burkhart injects the umbilical cord blood cells dicle is significantly underdeveloped, and the heart rectly into the heart. can’t pump sufficient blood through the body. A In the final surgery, the Fontan, the inferior vena set of three surgeries, conducted from birth cava (the vessel carrying blood from the bottom through about age two, stabilizes infants for the short term, but until now, surgeons have not had a part of the body) is connected to the right pullong-term option for strengthening a baby’s heart. monary artery. This allows the blue blood to go diIn the clinical trial, Burkhart and his team study rectly to the lungs; after it becomes oxygenated the effects of injecting the baby’s own umbilical there, it heads back to the single pumping chamcord blood cells into the heart muscle in the hopes ber as red blood that travels to the rest of the that it will cause the muscle to strengthen and body. multiply. The treatment is an example of cuttingAlthough the combined three surgeries provide edge regenerative medicine. the baby with 100 percent saturation, the ap“Families of children with heart anomalies proach isn’t a long-term solution. The right ventriwant to know that we’re not just resting where cle is designed to pump to the lungs at a lower we are. We need to keep pushing forward to pressure. Because it must pump to the whole body come up with newer treatments,” Burkhart said. at a higher pressure, it may wear out as the child “This trial is exciting because it is showing good grows older. Some require a heart transplant to results, and it is the epitome of a bench-to-bedsave their lives.

Member of OU Medicine team That’s where the umbilical cord blood cells enter the picture. The hypothesis is not that the cells themselves will grow bigger and stronger, but that they emit a signaling pathway that causes the actual muscle of the heart to strengthen and multiply, Burkhart said.

“If this can make the right ventricle stronger than it normally is, by stimulating it to have more cell growth and more hypertrophy of the cells, then we hope babies can tolerate the high-pressure pumping better,” Burkhart said. “Then, because of that improved cardiac function, we hope we can avoid or prolong having to do a transplant for some of these children.”

Thus far, Burkhart and his team have provided the treatment to six babies in the clinical trial. The results of the trial have been very encouraging and are being reviewed for publication in a top cardiovascular surgery journal.

Many different health care providers play a big role in the care of babies with HLHS, from the intensive care team and cardiologists to researchers and other cardiothoracic surgeons at OU Medicine, including Jess L. Thompson, M.D. The entire team is gratified to be playing a role in the development of a potential new treatment for HLHS. Babies are resilient, Burkhart said, and the regenerative capabilities of their tiny hearts may yield enormous results.

“The beauty of working with babies is that their hearts are so adaptable. They’re ready to change, based on what’s taking place from a stimulus standpoint at the cellular level,” he said. “That’s one of the things that made us think about injecting umbilical cord blood cells – these babies’ hearts can respond and adapt much more so than adult hearts. So let’s inject the cells early rather than waiting until they show signs of heart failure or to trying to reverse the process when they’re older. It’s an incredible possibility for babies.”

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St. Monica’s teen earns Eagle rank Drew Hoke of Troop 331, St. Monica Catholic Church in Edmond, earned his Eagle Scout rank. Drew’s Eagle Scout project was designing, building and installing trail safety and directional signs for the Oklahoma Earthbike Fellowship’s East Lake Arcadia bike trail.

Drew held the positions Patrol Leader, Quartermaster three times, Troop Guide twice, Instructor, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader and Patrol Leader twice in Troop 331. Drew also earned 53 merit badges as well as his BSA Lifeguard certification.

Drew’s most memorable scouting activities were hiking the Colorado Trail and his Philmont Trek.

Drew is a Senior at Edmond Santa Fe High School and participated in football, band and National Honor Society.

Drew Hoke

... now an Eagle Scout

Shoppes at Northpark will host an art show in May The 14th Oklahoma Artists Invitational Art Show & Benefit will open Friday, May 3 and run through May 5 at NorthPark Shoppes, NW 122nd & May. New artists are Bert Seabourn and Desmond Mason, former Oklahoma State University basketball star. They join twenty-five more juried artists who will display paintings, jewelry, sculpture, and note cards. Also featured is a medical talk on the most current “Stroke Treatments and Pre-

vention” given by Dr. Richard V. Smith, medical director of Mercy NeuroScience Institute.

This talk has proven to be life-saving, and will be presented at 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. A percent of the sales benefit the Mercy Foundation Stroke-Treatment & Prevention. All events are free and open to the public. Guests enjoy art, sculpture and jewelry, music and food, while learning about health education and supporting a charity.

PHOTO PROVIDED/DR. KACY HARSHA

TOP STUDENTS -- These Sequoyah Middle School students were chosen by their teachers for their honesty and for being outstanding leaders. On the back row are from left, Arden Griggs, Chandler Stevens, Madeline Garlock, Walker Wakeland and Tyler Amicarelli. On the front are Reagan Land, Ethan Brazil and Gage Karner.

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Ben Affleck, right, leads a crew of former special ops in a South American heist in the Netflix original ‘Triple Frontier.’

Affleck film not quite theater worthy

By George Gust The future of the movies is here. That includes the recent announcement that Disney’s new streaming service will be released later this year (coupled with their acquisition of Fox entertainment), in a move which will include the entirety of the Disney’s catalogue along with Star Wars, the newly acquired Fox properties and all of Hulu’s originals.

So the landscape of movies and TV will be delivered straight to your living room and it’s about to heat up in a serious way.

All these moves in an effort to bring down the Netflix juggernaut, who has been stepping into serious movie making from last year’s Oscar nominated “Roma” to the Sandra Bullock starring thriller “Bird Box” to the recently star-studded release “Triple Frontier” but with most of the Netflix original movies they fail to live up to the movie theater experience. Would the star power and polished intense action make “Triple Frontier” feel like you’ve brought the theater home?

“Triple Frontier” follows the story of a group of former Special Forces operatives (Ben Affleck, Oscar Isaac, Charlie Hunnam, Garrett Hedlund and Pedro Pascal) who reunite to plan a heist in a sparsely populated multi-border zone of South America. But when events take an unexpected turn and threaten to spiral out of control, their skills, their loyalties and their morals are pushed to a breaking point.

“Triple Frontier” is a movie that works because of the immensely talented cast. There’s a lesser version of this movie that stars a professional wrestler like John Cena and a handful of other rela-

Pollard production The Pollard Theatre Company continues its 32nd Season with a new production of “Beehive: The 60s Musical.”

Back by popular demand after its original 2008 production, Larry Gallagher's international hit revue, Beehive: the 60s musical, celebrates the contributions of women to the music of the 1960s and will return to the Pollard stage April 12 through May 4.

“Beehive: The 60s Musical” is the ultimate celebration of 1960's female empowerment. Featuring such timeless classics as "My Boyfriend's Back", "Be My Baby", "Son of a Preacher Man", and "Me and Bobby McGee", this musical recalls the days of miniskirts, transistor radios, and flower power.

Told from the perspective of six young women who came of age in this enigmatic decade, these young ladies look back on a host of issues of the era.

Beehive: The 60's Musical is at the Pollard Theatre in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Tickets are $30 with senior, military, teacher, student, and group discounts available. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., with performances on Thursday, April 25th and May 2nd at 8:00 pm and Sundays April 21st, and 28th at 2:00 pm. Tickets are available online at www.thepollard.org, by phone, 405-282-2800 or at the Pollard Box Office, located at 120 W. Harrison Ave., in Guthrie.

tively unknown actors. However, with a cast of engaging actors lead by Affleck and Isaac this movie’s uneven plot and questionable character choices are easily overlooked. Affleck brings his off-camera personal struggles to the role of a world-weary special operative in an effective way that seems especially suited to him at this point in his career.

And while the chemistry of the main cast and the military action are the main attraction for “Triple Frontier” this film is ultimately hindered by the lack of main antagonist and questionable character choices. For most of the film, the pacing and action feel brisk and engaging, but by the third act the film becomes more predictable and drags the film down to more of a B movie styled film with A list acting. Ultimately “Triple Frontier” is a well worth your stream if you interested in military action with a heist angle added in for good measure, but if you’re looking for movie theater quality film “Triple Frontier” just barley misses the mark.

“Triple Frontier” is rated R for violence and language throughout.

2.9 out of 5 stars

Crossword Puzzle STATEPOINT CROSSWORD THEME: COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS ACROSS 1. Obama to Harvard Law School, e.g.

5. Structure named for 31st President 8. *Academy of Country Music Awards broadcaster 11. Mike Myers' 2008 role 12. Dumpy establishment 13. Go "Boo!" 15. Somebody ____ 16. Black tropical cuckoo birds 17. Spasm of pain or passion 18. *Grand Garden Arena location 20. Unagi, pl.

21. Liz of "30 Rock" 22. As opposed to B.S, pl.

23. Caesar's Palace, e.g.

26. Takes and hopes for a ransom 30. Any mountain peak 31. Major airline 34. Bibliographical abbr.

35. Part of a ticket, pl.

37. Drench 38. Israel's neighbor 39. Millimeter of mercury 40. Like #40 Down 42. Octopus' defense 43. Regards highly 45. Mr. Miyagi's forte 47. *Used to crank up the volume 48. Novelist Zola 50. Sushi restaurant offering 52. *Host of awards show 55. Madagascar primate 56. Enthusiasm 57.

Adopted son of Claudius 59. 12 for AA attendee 60. Pluribus 61. U2 guitarist 62. *Shay's

other half 63. Giant Hall-of-Famer 64. Don't let it hit you on your way out?

DOWN 1. Wrinkles are a sign of this 2. Quiet time 3. Major in the sky 4. European breakfast staple 5. Australian canid 6. Type of deadly flu 7. "M*A*S*H" ____ hall 8. *Hall-of-Famer Smith, June Carter's ex 9. *The Osbornes, colloquially 10. "Monkey ___, monkey do" 12. Animal in Phillip Pullman's "His Dark Materials" 13. Lieu 14. *Entertainer of the Year contender 19. Cupid's mom 22. Auction action 23. Social class among Hindus 24. Certain saxes

25. Sudden growth 26. Yachting cap 27. Skylit lobbies 28. House coat 29. Quench 32. Schools of thought 33. Spinning toy 36. *"____ ____ in the End" 38. Biblical shall 40. Tinkerbell, e.g.

41. Inside info 44. Eastern V.I.P.s 46. Harnessed 48. Audienceís approval 49. *Bebe Rexha's "____ to Be" 50. Bristle 51. End of grace 52. Office communique 53. Do over 54. Cogito, ____ sum 55. Dropped drug 58. Poetic over

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At Southwestern Oklahoma State University

Cohlmia family starts college fund Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) with locations in Weatherford and Sayre has announced the creation of the Cohlmia Family Endowed Fund.

The fund is generously endowed by George and Karla Cohlmia of Edmond. George and Karla have two adult children, Adam (and his wife Alexandra) and Kasey, and two grandchildren. Their entire family is active at St. Elijah Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church in Oklahoma City.

George is a 1974 alumnus of SWOSU where he studied chemistry and was named Outstanding Senior Male. He is currently an investment adviser with Full Sail Capital. Prior to joining Full Sail, George was fully licensed and registered as a managing director for Waypoint Investment Group of

Wells Fargo Advisors. His tenure at Wells Fargo was marked with numerous accomplishments and firm accolades including being named as a Premier Advisor for over 20 years and serving as a member of the Director’s Council of Wells Fargo Advisors.

George was also named as one of Oklahoma Magazine’s Top Financial Advisors in 2008. George has served in the investment management and advisory industry since 1983. George has remained involved in his community throughout his career.

Currently, he serves on the Board of Directors of the YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City. He has previously served in a host of other roles including president of the Edmond Public Schools Board of Education, Board of Directors for the Port Authority of the Greater Oklahoma City Area, president

of Quail Creek Golf & Country Club, and Board of Trustees for St. Elijah Orthodox Christian Church.

He currently serves as 1st vice-chair and chairpresumptive of the SWOSU Foundation, Inc. Board of Trustees, where he also serves as chair of the Investments Committee.

Karla is a lifetime member of St. Elijah Church, being a great-granddaughter of the church’s first priest. She has especially enjoyed singing in the choir for many years, joining the Antiochian Women’s Group and serving on numerous other St. Elijah philanthropic committees. Over the years, she has remained involved with St. Elijah’s youth, and many other community outreach programs.

See Cohlmia, Page 17

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The University of Central Oklahoma Center for Counseling and Well-Being has partnered with UCO Athletics to increase access to mental health support to Central athletes. Pictured, Madi Brackett, UCO Athletics nutrition intern and Kevin the Greyt, UCO therapy dog.

At new UCO Sports Performance Center

Athletes target mind as well as body UCO Student-Athletes Have Onsite Access to Mental Health Support in New Sports Performance Center A healthy mind is as important as a healthy body. That’s why the University of Central Oklahoma Center for Counseling and Well-Being (CCWB) now has an on-site presence to support UCO athletes in the new Sports Performance Center.

Central athletes have access to an in-house clinician, and CCWB has increased outreach and prevention programs within the Sports Performance Center. Additional support includes

CCWB staff attendance Student-Athlete Advisory Council meetings, consultations to coaches and administrators and opportunities to de-stress with UCO therapy dog, Kevin the Greyt.

“At UCO, we look for opportunities to build upon the student-athlete experience and protect their wellbeing,” said Darnell Smith, assistant athletic director.

“Utilizing engaged staff and departments on campus, the athletics department has been able to provide substantive resources to our student-

athletes in the areas of mental health, counseling, anxiety, depression and stress management among other psychosocial factors. Having Kevin the Greyt has been a tremendous benefit to our athletics department and he unequivocally helps our student-athletes manage challenging issues, both physical and mental.”

Kevin the Greyt is available in the Central Sports Performance Center Mondays from 1 to 5 p.m. and throughout campus Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Studentathletes have access to the in-house

clinician Mondays from 8 a.m. to noon and Wednesdays from 1 to 5 p.m.

Additionally, the Center for Counseling and Well-Being has partnered with HALO and the Alliance of Therapy Dogs to bring volunteer therapy dog teams to Central Thursdays from 3 to 5 p.m. on the fourth floor of the Nigh University Center on Central’s campus.

For more information, contact Alex Russell, assistant director for Health Promotion and Outreach, at arussell22@uco.edu or 405-974-3407.

Cohlmia From Page 16 Karla is a graduate of John Marshall High School in Oklahoma City and earned her undergraduate degree in finance from the University of Oklahoma (OU). After leaving OU, Karla was employed with Continental Plastics Manufacturing, but at an early age retired to care for her children and devote time as a civic volunteer with the Junior League of Oklahoma City. In addition to over a decade of service to the Junior League, Karla has been a steadfast volunteer with Edmond Public Schools.

Karla and George are enthusiastic patrons of The Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, Edmond Public Schools, YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City, Suited for Success, and The Education & Employment Ministry (TEEM).

The Cohlmia Family Endowed Fund is dedicated to providing long-term, ongoing support to the President’s Leadership Class (PLC) at SWOSU. “We are truly honored by this visionary investment in our prestigious President’s Leadership Class on the part of George and Karla Cohlmia,” said SWOSU President Dr. Randy L. Beutler. “The charitable support of the Cohlmias and others like them allows us to perpetuate and enhance the SWOSU legacy of producing quality graduates who are leading and serving across diverse professional fields and walks of life. SWOSU is deeply grateful to George and Karla for their generosity and commitment to our institution.”

The SWOSU PLC is a four-year leadership program for top SWOSU students. The program was founded in 2006. Each year approximately 15 of SWOSU’s top entering freshmen are selected to be PLC Scholars. Each scholar is awarded a scholarship and receives four years of leadership training that fosters both intellectual and personal growth. PLC develops SWOSU students into mature individuals who will have a profound understanding of leadership and its responsible application within organizations, communities and society. The PLC’s curriculum allows scholars to develop leadership skills through weekly lectures given by staff, business and community leaders, discussion groups, group projects, community service, and internships.

The Cohlmia Family Endowed Fund is stewarded by the SWOSU Foundation, Inc. The Foundation was established in 1977 to promote philanthropy and distribute funds to support the activities and programs of SWOSU. Located on the

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George and Karla Cohlmia (third and fourth from left) of Edmond have established the Cohlmia Family Endowed Fund with Southwestern Oklahoma State University. Other members of the family are (from left) daughter Kasey Cohlmia; grandson Charlie Cohlmia; granddaughter Sophie Cohlmia; daughter-in-law Alexandra Cohlmia; and son Dr. Adam Cohlmia.

Weatherford campus in the historic Burton House, the Foundation currently stewards over $25 million in assets for the benefit of SWOSU. For information on how to give to the Cohlmia Family Endowed Fund, please contact the SWOSU Foundation, Inc. at 580-774-3267 or visit www.SWOSUFoundation.com.

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Arledge & Associates Q&A

What to know before hiring a CFO Editor’s Note; The folllowing is a Q&A with LaDonna Sinning of Arledge & Associates, an Edmond accounting firm.

I have a growing business. Should I consider hiring a CFO? From growing for-profit enterprises to not-for-profit entities, to family offices, every organization benefits from having a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Without one, someone is acting in that role whether they realize it or not.

What types of tasks would a CFO perform for my organization?

Job one for a CFO is ensuring accurate and timely financial reports, which are required for filing accurate tax returns and securing financing where needed. However, a CFO does much more than that.

The CFO helps determine the best placement for investments to provide

an appropriate balance between risk, returns and liquidity.

In addition, he or she will support executive management in determining the best mix of debt and equity and aid in neSinning gotiating debt terms when working with lenders. But where a CFO becomes critical is in their ability to assist in predicting the best future strategies.

To do this, the CFO assesses where the organization does best and models ways to maximize those strengths under differing economic scenarios.

Financial projections, near real-time (and accurate) financial metrics, can make a significant difference in an organization’s success and longevity.

A CFO sounds expensive. Are there other options?

A qualified, full-time CFO can demand a salary well into six figures, which reflects their value to an organization. Some entities share CFOs and others look for outsourced CFO services. Technology now allows for much more successful outsourcing than what has previously been available and often at lower costs. The best outsourced options will provide you with customized dashboards to allow easy monitoring of financial position combined with onsite, in-person meetings as necessary to meet your needs.

Outsourcing services are generally fully scalable to meet your organization where it is and grow with you into the future, therefore allowing you to start out at a cost that is affordable, but maintaining continuity and consistency while growing your organization and building relationships. Then, when the time is right, those services can be transferred into your organization to your own in-

house, full-time, CFO without loss of data or knowledge.

LaDonna Sinning, CPA, CFE, is a partner at Arledge and Associates, PC, an Edmond-based accounting firm.

Arledge and Associates, PC is a recognized leader in the accounting industry offering practical solutions in the areas of tax planning, auditing, consulting, accounting advisory services and client accounting. Though its Gateway Executive Solutions division, the firm offers outsourced CFO, controller and cloudbased accounting solutions.

This article contains general information only and does not constitute tax advice or any other professional services. Before making any decisions or taking any action that might affect your income taxes, you should consult a professional tax advisor. This article is not intended for and cannot be used to avoid future penalties that may be imposed by the Internal Revenue Service.

Entertainment at Arcadia Round Barn Mary Battiata, a singer-songwriter from Arlington, Va., will provide Morning Music on Saturday, March 30 at the Arcadia Round Barn.

Battitata will be joined by Oklahoman Bob French on guitar and banjo and David Carroll of Austin, Texas, on upright bass and harmony vocals.

Morning Music is from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Saturday at the Round Barn, which is six miles east of Interstate 35 on Historic Route 66.

Admission is free but donations are accepted for the maintenance of the barn.

Battiata’s 2018 recording, “The Heart, Regardless,” earned a five-star review in Country Music People magazine. “Ms. Battiata has a fabulous voice and wraps it around some excellent lyrical content, the quality of which for me, rivals Rodney Crowell,” the reviewer wrote.

Battiata is currently on tour and in June will perform at the Hank Williams Festival in Alabama. During previous visits to Oklahoma she has appeared at the Woody Guthrie Festival, the Blue Door and the Pauls Valley Opry.

Nonprofit group collects 184 teddy bears to help children Beamers, also known as Sunbeam employees, collected 184 teddy bears and furry friends to donate to children at The CARE Center, Oklahoma County’s only child advocacy center dedicated to education and healing after abuse. The donation was the result of a new service project “Beamers in Action.”

Sunbeam employees were asked to bring teddy bears or other furry friends to bring comfort to children in times of distress.

“Beamers in Action means services.

Our purpose is doing things for others in the community”, said Chris Malcom, employee engagement coordinator for Sunbeam. “We chose The CARE Center because they put children first in everything they do. They help children find courage, summon

bravery and tell their story. The CARE Center gives a stuffed animal to every child they serve and we thought this project would be a way to pass on some smiles and help children.”

Sunbeam’s mission is to provide people of all ages with help, hope and the opportunity to succeed through Early Childhood, Foster Care, Counseling and Senior Services programs. Each year, Sunbeam provides wraparound services to nearly 15,000 Oklahomans to break the cycle of generational poverty and help them learn, grow, heal, and thrive.

Join the Sunbeam Family Services team and help build a stronger, brighter future for Oklahomans. An employee-first organization, the nonprofit has been named one of the best places to work in Oklahoma City.

Special exhibition to open at OKC Museum of Art Ticket sales for “Van Gogh, Monet, Degas: The Mellon Collection of French Art from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts” will begin on Wednesday, April 3 at 10 a.m.

Oklahoma City Museum of Art is the exclusive regional venue for this exhibition, and demand is expected to be high. Visitors are encouraged to buy tickets early to secure their preferred day and time.

“This exhibition offers a once-in-alifetime opportunity to see iconic French masterworks in Oklahoma City,” said President and CEO E. Michael Whittington. “Most of the artists in the collection are household names, but the Mellons were extraordinary connoisseurs and the works by some of the lesser known artists will both surprise and delight. We highly recommend reserving tickets ahead of your visit.”

“The Mellon Collection of French Art is among the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts' greatest treasures, and the galleries that house them are popular destinations for our visitors,” said Alex Nyerges, Director of VMFA. “We’re delighted to share these incredible works of art with art lovers in Oklahoma City.”

Featuring more than 70 works by

French and European masters including Manet, Rousseau and Picasso, this exhibition celebrates Paul and Rachel Mellon’s extraordinary gift of 19th and early 20th-century French art to the VMFA. The blockbuster exhibition will be on view from June 22 through Sept. 22.

Tickets can be purchased online at okcmoa.com/vangogh, in person at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art or by calling the Museum at (405) 236-3100. Tickets for this high-demand exhibition allow visitors a 15minute window for arrival time with slots available throughout regular Museum hours. The last ticket sold for the day will be at 4 p.m. The hours for this exhibition will be Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.

Tickets are $15 and include admission to the entire Museum, including OKCMOA’s permanent collection and “Dale Chihuly: Magic and Light.”

The exhibition is free for Museum members and active military members (as part of Blue Star Museums).

No other discounts apply. Museum memberships begin at $50. To learn more about membership, visit okc-

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State Farm awards non-profit $25,000 Safe Kids Oklahoma was recently awarded a $25,000 State Farm Good Neighbor Citizenship Grant.

Safe Kids Oklahoma, led by The Children's Center Rehabilitation Hospital, promotes child safety.

Based on the needs of the community this coalition implements evidence-based programs such as car-seat checkups, safety workshops and school programs to help children, parents and caregivers prevent childhood injuries.

"State Farm has been a long-time supporter of Safe Kids in the state of Oklahoma. Keeping our children safe in cars is a priority, and Safe Kids does magnificent work in that area. We are proud to support car seat safety and other programs through this grant," said Jeff Davis, public affairs specialist, State Farm.

Safe Kids Oklahoma will use the State Farm Good Neighbor Citizenship Grant to purchase items such as car seats, bike and ATV helmets and other items needed to promote child safety in the community.

“We are so thankful for the support of State Farm to help us keep Oklahoma kids safe! This grant will allow us to expand our efforts throughout Oklahoma in child passenger safety, bike and pedestrian safety and ATV safety. State Farm is a wonderful injury prevention partner!” said Kim Gray, director, Safe Kids Oklahoma.

Safe Kids Oklahoma works to prevent unintentional childhood injuries, the number one cause of death for children in the United States. For more information, visit safekids.org.

Photography contest set for prep students Submissions are now open for the University of Central Oklahoma Photographic Arts program’s annual juried photography contest, open to all local high school students. The deadline for submissions is 10 a.m. April 1. All entries will be displayed April 9-30 in the Woody Gaddis Gallery, located in the Communications building, Room 104.

Photographic Arts will host an open-to-the-public closing reception and awards ceremony for the contest at 6 p.m. April 30 in the Woody Gaddis Gallery, with light snacks and beverages.

Categories for the contest include nature, people, editorial, conceptual, First Amendment, and film and alternative processes. First place winners from each category will receive a gift-card prize, with several honorable mentions also awarded.

Students may submit up to three prints as entries for free. For entry forms and specifications, as well as additional information, contact Angela Mackey, manager of photographic arts labs at amackey5@uco.edu or 405-974-5887.

For more information about Central’s Photographic Arts program, visit www.mcom.uco.edu.

Breast cancer benefit Project31 will host its second annual Clink for Pink from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., April 18 at the Howell Gallery in Oklahoma City. Individual tickets are available for $50, or participants can purchase a Gal Pak of five tickets for $40 each.

Clink for Pink will benefit Project31, an Oklahoma-based support network for breast cancer victims, survivors and their families.

Project31 is an Oklahoma City-based nonprofit that works to restore lives and families impacted by breast cancer through counseling, mentoring, support groups and providing “Handles with Care,” gift bags. Contact www.Project31.com.

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation researcher Courtney Montgomery

Researchers will target rare immune disease with grant An Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation scientist has received a $3.2 million federal grant to continue research into a rare immune disease called sarcoidosis.

The 4-year grant from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute will help OMRF researcher Courtney Montgomery, Ph.D., and her team determine the roles of specific immune cells associated with the disease.

Sarcoidosis is a poorly understood disease where cells in the immune system that cause inflammation overreact and cluster together to form tiny lumps called granulomas. These granulomas can form in the eyes, liver, skin and brain and most often are found in the lungs. If too many form in a single organ, they can cause the organ to malfunction or even fail.

It can strike anyone, but sarcoidosis disproportionately affects African Americans: Disease incidence has been reported as high as 39 in 100,000 among African Americans, versus five in 100,000 for Caucasians. African Americans are also 10 times more likely to die from it than their European-American counterparts, and there is no cure.

The disease led to the deaths of actor-comedian Bernie Mac and NFL Hall of Fame defensive lineman Reggie White.

“Over the past several years, our team has led the charge to define the role of genetics in sarcoidosis,” said Montgomery. “However, there are

still many unknowns at work in this complicated disease, and this funding will help us explore possible solutions to these unanswered questions.”

The grant will also help Montgomery recruit new patients and healthy volunteers to collect samples for OMRF’s Sarcoidosis Research Unit, which began in 2018 and is the only one of its kind in the state.

“Our goal is to enroll 200 patients and match them with the same number of healthy controls— those without a sarcoidosis diagnosis,” said Montgomery. “Through this work, we hope to better characterize what exactly is going wrong in the body and discover what triggers the disease.”

Participants will be compensated $20 per visit for their time and effort. To participate in the study or for more information, please call the Sarcoidosis Research Unit at 405-271-2504 or toll-free at 800-605-7447 or email sru@omrf.org.

The Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research, the nation’s leading nonprofit organization for sarcoidosis, has supported Montgomery’s research in the past and expressed enthusiasm for the new grant. “FSR is proud to continue supporting Dr. Montgomery and strong, novel research that leads to breakthroughs in the space as well as additional funding opportunities,” said FSR Executive Director Ginger Spitzer.

The grant, R01 HL113326, was funded by the NHLBI, part of the National Institutes of Health.

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More revitalization in area predicted

Downtown development planned Black Brick Development, an Edmond-based development group, recently announced plans for the Boulevard Quartette, Edmond's first upscale, urban micro-community.

Located in the downtown area of Edmond on the southeast corner of N. Boulevard St. and E. Lincoln Ave., the Quartette will consist of four singlefamily, detached homes situated around a shared central courtyard. The homes will be for sale, which the Black Brick team hopes will set the stage for a resurgence of owner-occupancy in the downtown core of Edmond.

"Our goal with the Boulevard Quartette is to establish a reference point for what's possible in small-scale, urban infill development in and around Edmond's downtown core. These sites can be expensive to acquire, and the inherent lot-size limitations create unique challenges to the site planning and design process," said Drew Dargen, managing partner of Black Brick Development. "We are taking cues from successful infill projects in places like Portland, Denver, Atlanta, Toronto, and Austin, as well as inspiration from local projects we love including Architect David Wanzer's 2x2 and the newly developing Wheeler District. The Boulevard Quartette will introduce a completely new residential product type to the downtown Edmond market, and developers have been “thrilled” by the support the project has received to this point."

The Quartette will feature modern farmhouse exteriors, paying homage to the 1910 farmhouse that formerly occupied the site. Stained cedar-lined terraces and simple, Scandinavian-inspired massing of the homes will add contemporary flair. The homes will share the same exterior styling and floor plans, but the interior finishes will be unique to each.

Each residence will be approximately 1,900square-feet and include three bedrooms and twoand-a-half bathrooms. The master suite will feature a built-in wet bar and massive walk-in closet. Other

Black Brick Development is an Edmond-based boutique development group focused on small-scale urban infill projects in and around downtown Edmond. Black Brick believes in and is committed to promoting the concepts of New Urbanism, including walkability/bikeability, community connectivity, architectural beauty, placemaking, gentle density and sustainability - concepts that will influence the continued revitalization of the downtown core in Edmond.

property highlights include an open concept kitchen, living room and dining room; a small private yard; and a two-car garage. Residents of the Quartette will be a short walk or bike ride from downtown Edmond shops, restaurants and bars.

"This is an exciting new residential project in this transitional area of downtown Edmond," said Janet Yowell, executive director of Edmond Economic Development Authority. "As we are experiencing

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Stephanie Carel, president of the Downtown Edmond Business Association, right, honors presents the second annual Hoot Gibson Award to Cherri Lamb. She accepted on behalf of her late husband and ex-Mayor Charles Lamb who died last year.

Late Mayor honored with DEBA award Last week, late-Mayor Charles Lamb was sellected as the second annual Hoot Gibson Award winner. The award goes to a person who exemplifies Downtown Edmond and for all the dedication that person puts into the Downtown Edmond community.

Last year’s inaugural winner was Hoot Gibson of McCalls Clothing Store.

Lamb, a longtime Mayor and Edmond Council member, died last December. His passing was noted by several dignataries including Gov. Stitt who called Lamb a ‘devoted public servant and prominent community leader.’

new commercial interest there, it is important to see new investment on the residential side that will bring more people in to support shops and businesses."

Black Brick continues to invest in property around downtown Edmond and has several projects in planning and design phases.

For more information, visit www.boulevardquartette.com

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Making friends with a senior can be one way to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

Ways to be a positive force in lives of those near you Do you think you have an impact on others? The truth is we impact everyone around us every day – both positively and negatively.

“We can make a huge difference if we become more intentional about having a positive impact on others,” says Dr. Bobby J. Grossi, a motivational speaker and author of the book Destiny is Not Hereditary: How Becoming A Better You Impacts Others (www.drbobbyjgrossi.com). “Those who go through their lives focused on themselves and their own needs never realize the immense power they have.”

Grossi says even something as simple as opening a door for a stranger may put that person in a better mood and possibly change their interactions with others.

“Many people don’t see the full extent of the impact they make because one action can set off a chain reaction that reaches far beyond the starting point.” Grossi says.

“There are many ways you can choose to be in-

tentional about how you impact others. You also can choose to be positive and supportive rather than negative and critical.”

Grossi offers a few suggestions on how to have a more positive impact on those around you: n Become a mentor. Sharing your skills with others will give you a sense of responsibility and pride while the receiver will be on their way to mastering something entirely new. “Someone, somewhere is keen to learn the skill you possess,” Grossi says. n Spend time with a senior citizen. You can light up an older person’s day by spending quality time with them over a cup of tea and a nice chat, Grossi says. You also may find they have plenty of wisdom to share with you. n Become involved in a charity. There is a charity for virtually every worthwhile endeavor. What are you passionate about? Find a charity where you can share your passion and impact the lives of others. Plus, you will meet others who are as pas-

sionate as you are. n Change your “script.” Instead of asking “what can I get?” ask “how can I help?” “We have many programmed responses we make every day in life that are automatic,” Grossi says. “We never even think about them.” Changing your script can be as simple as saying “thank you” instead of “ok.”

Small changes in your internal scripts can make a big difference not only in the lives of others, he says, but how you feel about yourself.

“Some people think they don’t matter enough to make an impact on other people,” Grossi says.

“This is because they might not see the full extent of the impact they make because one action can set off a chain reaction that reaches far beyond the starting point.”

About Dr. Bobby J. Grossi Dr. Bobby J. Grossi is a motivational speaker and author of the book Destiny is Not Hereditary: How Becoming A Better You Impacts Others (www.drbobbyjgrossi.com).

Skee-Ball tourney to benefit Alzheimer’s Association Skee Oklahoma Skee-Ball Leagues, operated by Edmond area resident Roger Pugh, will sponsor a fundraiser skee-ball tournament to benefit the Oklahoma Alzheimer’s Association each night from 8-10 p.m. March 28, April 4, 5, 6 and April 11, 12, 13.

Rollers may enter and roll as often as they wish during those hours each day of the tournament on the lanes of Oklahoma City's Friends Bar & Grill, 3705 W. Memorial Rd. Advance entries are encouraged to help assure entrants can roll at their desired date and time. Entry is $12 the first time a roller enters, and then $7 for each additional entry throughout the tourney.

A minimum first place cash prize of $100 is guaranteed and one cash prize will be awarded for every 10 entries. A cash prize for the top series each evening will also be awarded said Pugh, who serves as tournament director and Skee-E-O

of SKEE Oklahoma. He is a retired newspaper publisher and was Executive Vice President of the Edmond Chamber of Commerce for several years in the 1970's.

Each entry consists of three frames (games) with nine rolls per frame. The total score of those three frames, plus any handicap points per frame will be added together to determine the roller’s total series score. Rollers with the highest 3-frame series will win the cash prizes.

Rollers with an established average in a National Alley Rollers Association (NARA) league will receive handicap points based on that average from their first frame (game) forward during the event.

Those without a NARA average will receive handicap points for their first through third entry after finishing their second entry. Upon completion of a third entry, the handicap for these

rollers will be recalculated for each subsequent entry.

The tournament is a run-up to the April 3 start of Skee-Oklahoma’s Wednesday night Spring League at Friends. Pugh said this is the only organized social skee-ball league in the state.

He said following the launch of league play for the first time in the state last fall, other locations in Oklahoma have contacted him about establishing organized competition in their communities and venues. Pugh said he is now working to open leagues and tournaments in several of these locations.

Information and entry forms for the tournament or the Spring league are available at Friends or by calling 463-0621. Additional information is also available on the Skee Oklahoma Skee-Ball Leagues Facebook page.

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Children’s benefit is April 6 Over 8,000 children are in state custody and rely on the care of foster parents. Additionally, 300 youth in state custody reach the age of 18 each year only to leave the system with no family or stable support network. Meanwhile, single mothers at risk of homelessness struggle to provide for, and maintain custody of, their children.

Circle of Care provides help, healing and hope to these vulnerable individuals through foster care, independent living and transitional living programs.

The organization is also constructing 8 custom homes across Oklahoma for large sibling sets in foster care. The specific communities include Shawnee, Enid, Alva, Woodward, and Elk City.

Keith Howard, CEO, says “We know there is much to be done, and we are committed to leading the way.”

On Saturday, April 6, Circle of Care will host its annual fundraising gala, the Friends of Children Banquet and Silent Auction, from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City. The event will feature fine dining, music, awards, client stories and a keynote address by Jason Johnson.

A foster and adoptive dad himself, Johnson

serves as the National Director of Church Ministry Initiatives with Christian Alliance for Orphans. He speaks and teaches on church-based ministry strategies and best practices as well as encouraging families that are in the trenches and those considering getting involved. In addition to his regular blog, he has authored ReFraming Foster Care, Everyone Can Do Something and All In Orphan Care.

This exciting benefit is generously sponsored by Cowan, Hubbert and Franklin, The Helmerich Trust, June Tucker, Eide Bailly LLP, McFarlin United Methodist Church, Wright Broadcasting, Nicoma Park United Methodist Church, Tulsa Asbury United Methodist Church, Church of the Servant, OG&E, Prosperity Bank, Paycom, and Weatherford First United Methodist Church.

The public is invited! Tickets are $85 and still available through April 1 at www.circleofcare.org.

Another fundraiser set Citizens Caring for Children will host its Spring Fling for Brighter Foster Futures at The Jones Assembly in downtown Oklahoma City on Monday, April 22, at 6 p.m.

The late Victor E. Guarry will be honored with the Spirit of Caring Award, which is given to an individual or organization that exhibits continued kindness and caring for others. “Guarry, whose heart for helping others and whose kindness were extraordinary, was an involved and tireless advocate for the mission of CCC – to help foster children,” said Executive Director Lynne Roller. His wife and daughters will accept the award on his behalf.

Sponsorships, which include 8 tickets, are available at various levels, and individual tickets are $75. Sponsorships and tickets can be purchased by visiting www.cccokc.org/donate, or contacting Julie Keller, jkeller@cccokc.org or 405.753.4099.

Chapel of St. Francis of Assisi Good Shepherd Anglican Church (Traditional Episcopal) 1000 N. Broadway, Edmond •314-8715 Sundays - Holy Communion 8:00 & 10:00am Animal Friendly Parish “If you have people who exclude any of God’s creatures from the shelter of compassion and pity, you will have those who deal likewise with their fellow human being.”

St. Francis of Assisi (1182-1226)

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